Experience the vibrant essence of Mexican culture through Robert Byrd's original illustration for a "FIESTA AMERICANA." Hotel in Mexico. This small, intricately detailed piece from the 1970s captures the spirit of a celebratory event with a delightful blend of floral, musical, and culinary motifs. Rendered in ink and dyes, the artwork boasts a decorative realist style that brings each element to life with a finesse that is both captivating and authentic. Encased in a tasteful matte and antique frame, the artwork measures 8 inches square in sight size, with the frame dimensions at 17.25 by 15.5 inches, allowing for easy display. The piece is a testament to Byrd's skill, hailing from the United States and reflecting the rich tapestry of Mexican heritage. It's a single-piece work that comes ready to adorn, perfect for anyone who appreciates the fusion of nature, fantasy, and cultural celebrations.

Curators note: Stamped with advertising agency name on verso.

Robert John Byrd (1942) is an American author and illustrator from Haddonfield, New Jersey.

He studied at the Philadelphia College of Art (later called the University of the Arts).

Byrd wrote and illustrated five picture books including Leonardo, Beautiful Dreamer, which chronicles thematically the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci.

"I always drew as a child, but oddly enough never thought of it as a profession, or what you did when you grew up... Out of all my creative work, illustrating children's books gives me the greatest satisfaction. It is my 'fine art'. It keeps me going aesthetically. The books have a permanence and a quality of something meaningful.

He has also illustrated at least sixteen books for other authors, including Jack Stokes, Robert Kraus, Bruce Kraus, Laura Amy Schlitz, Kathleen Krull, Marilyn Jager Adams, and Paula Fox.

His work has been exhibited by the Society of Illustrators, the Philadelphia Art Alliance, and The Rosenfeld Gallery, in Philadelphia. He has also been exhibited in various locations within Switzerland, Italy, and Illinois. His work is a part of permanent collections at the Free Library of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia College of Art.

He has won the Golden Kite Award, and received other accolades from the Children's Book Council and the Society of Illustrators.

Robert is a member of the Graphic Artists Guild, Philadelphia Children's Reading Round Table, and the Philadelphia College of Art Alumni Association. And he teaches Children's Book Illustration at the University of the Arts, and Moore College of Art and Design, in Philadelphia.



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